About

Our History

Transit Moving started in 2008 with one truck, a garage in Pearland, TX, and a clear goal. Joseph Nelson founded the company to meet a local need for reliable moving services. From the beginning, the focus was on trust and consistency—not market dominance. That focus remains today.

Key Milestones

2008 — Launch in Pearland, TX

Transit Moving was founded in 2008 by Joseph Nelson in Pearland, TX with one truck and a focus on local moves. The company completed 100+ moves in its first year. Equipment included basic dollies, blankets, and straps.

2010 — Fleet Expansion

By 2010, Transit Moving added a second truck and two movers. The company began servicing small house and apartment moves daily. Equipment was upgraded to support heavier furniture.

2013 — Commercial Services

In 2013, Transit Moving began serving commerical clients, including offices and retail locations. A dedicated schedule system was implemented for business relocations with minimal downtime.

2015 — Specialty Moves

Specialty item handling started in 2015. This included piano, pool table, safes, and large equipment. Staff were trained in multi-person lifts, padding techniques, and stair navigation.

2017 — Interstate Expansion

In 2017, Transit Moving obtained interstate operating authority. The company began performing long distance moves throughout Texas and neighboring states. New long-haul trucks were added.

2020 — COVID-19 Protocols

In 2020, Transit Moving continued operations with health protocols. Mask use, truck sanitizing, and contactless quotes were introduced. Demand shifted to residencial and student relocations.

2022 — Digital Tools

In 2022, the company launched a new website with online booking and a basic tracking system. Clients received digital quotes, checklists, and estimated arrival times.

2023 — New Location + Storage

A second hub opened in a nearby city to reduce travel times for local jobs. Transit Moving added short-term moving and storage for customers between leases or closings.

2024 — Current Operations

In 2024, Transit Moving operates 12 trucks and employs over 40 people. Services include:

- residencial, commerical, office, student, and senior moves
- white glove moving and last minute services
- 1 hour moving for urgent local jobs
- Basic insurance on all items; optional premium coverage
- Local and long distance routes

Mission

Transit Moving has no plans to franchise or expand nationally. Instead, the goal is to improve steadily year over year. Future plans include:

Adding electric moving trucks by 2026 to reduce environmental impact
Expanding white glove moving services for luxury and specialty clients
Partnering with student housing offices for better move-in logistics
Opening a new moving and storage facility with climate control features
Launching an updated mobile app for digital checklists, tips, and communication

Above all, Transit Moving will remain focused on doing simple things well—packing with care, delivering with honesty, and making the process smoother for people during stressful life changes.